Sat Jan 22, 2011, 08:30 AM CST MT. VERNON - Benny Joe Wright, 50, of rural Belleville, lost his battle with cancer on Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, while surrounded by loved ones. Ben was born Oct. 14, 1960, in El Paso, Texas, to Ralph D. and Betty J., nee Lowe, Wright. He was a proud member of the U.S. Navy and was a disabled veteran. Ben married Juanita Mohr, his best friend and the love of his life, on Oct. 18, 1997. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family, and the wonderful vacations and adventures he shared with Juanita. Ben was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved mother-in-law, Joyce Mohr. Surviving are his wife; two brothers, Ralph (Kathy) Wright and Jerry (Michelle Prior) Wright; two sisters, Linda (Russell) Black and Trudy Banigan; his father-in-law, Jerry F. (Sharron Owca) Mohr Sr.; three brothers-in-law, Jerry Mohr Jr., Jeffrey (Lisa) Mohr, and Jonathan (Patty) Mohr; two sisters-in-law, Jeanine Shoemaker and Julie (Eliseo) Segovia; and his loyal companion, Whiskers. Ben will be missed by his numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com. There will be no services for Ben, as he is being cremated at his and his family's request. Arrangements are by George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville.